Public Works Civil Engineer I - Project & Construction

City of McHenry; Kentucky; On-site; USD 77,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of McHenry is seeking a Staff Engineer I to provide Civil Engineering support for City infrastructure, maintenance, and construction projects. The role works with the Assistant Director of Public Works/Senior Engineer and involves project development, cost estimates, plans, and specifications.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, an EIT or ability to obtain within 6 months, and 1–3 years of civil engineering experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• EIT certificate or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 1–3 years civil engineering experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide Civil Engineering support to the Assistant Director for infrastructure, maintenance, and construction projects.
• Prepare preliminary cost estimates, concept plans, maps, and schedules.
• Assist in preparing plans and specs for small city projects and manage bidding.
• Develop contracts with consultants or vendors and supervise design services.
• Oversee projects to ensure compliance with specs, schedules, and budget.
• Perform construction inspection for city projects and residential development.
• Maintain project records and engage with the public.

Skills

Project management

Plan review

MS Office

CAD

GIS

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD

GIS

MS Office

Job description

The City of McHenry is seeking a Staff Engineer I to provide Civil Engineering support for City infrastructure, maintenance, and construction projects. The role works with the Assistant Director of Public Works/Senior Engineer and involves project development, cost estimates, plans, and specifications.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, an EIT or ability to obtain within 6 months, and 1–3 years of civil engineering experience preferred.